comforting
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- comfortingly adverb
- uncomforting adjective
Etymology
Origin of comforting
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English; comfort + -ing 2
Example Sentences
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The calm words from the Nasa team have given the crew a comforting link with home.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
“It was just kind of one in that moment: She’s my mother and also my director that’s comforting me, helping me through the scene. It worked really well.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
It has enjoyed comforting support at the 50 day SMA since last summer.
From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026
“We feel this gives a more comforting message on the sustainability of future share buybacks even if these are not covered by net surplus generation,” J.P.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026
In the distance, the rhythm of a dribbling basketball beat out a comforting tempo.
From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence
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